Amy Poehler career highlights

Agent Colby: In 1998 Poehler infiltrated TV as one of four special agents dedicated to creating chaos in Comedy Central's "Upright Citizens Brigade."

Kelly Ripa: Shortly after joining the NBC's "Saturday Night Live" in 2001, Poehler was promoted from featured player to full cast member largely thanks to her popular impressions, including the exceptionally perky talk show host.